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Free shingles vaccine program expanded to include Islanders 50 and over
2024-09-16
The Government of Prince Edward Island is lowering the age eligibility for the free shingles vaccine from 60 to 50, effective immediately.
Appointments for the Shingrix Vaccine can be booked by contacting a PEI community pharmacy directly. For the best protection, two lifetime doses are required...
Expansion of PEI Insulin Pump Program
2024-08-30
The PEI Government is expanding insulin pump coverage so that all medically eligible residents who are living with type 1 diabetes, regardless of age, can get help with the costs for this treatment as of September 1.
The PEI Insulin Pump Program provides financial assistance to eligible residents...
New $2 Million Health Innovative fund launched to improve access to care for Islanders
2024-08-22
The provincial government is launching a new Health Innovative Fund to help unlock opportunities and ideas that will strengthen the PEI health care system and improve access to care for Islanders.
The Health Innovation Fund provides one-time financial assistance to new projects or initiatives that...
PEI Chief Public Health Office declares pertussis outbreak
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/pei-chief-public-health-office-declares-pertussis-outbreak
2024-08-14
Islanders are strongly advised to keep current on all vaccinations, particularly parents and caregivers, who should ensure their children are up to date on their vaccines schedule. This is increasingly important due to a rise in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in PEI and across Canada....
New agreement with physicians gives them more time for patient care
2024-08-14
The groundbreaking physician services agreement drastically cuts the administrative burden on doctors allowing them to devote more time to treating Islanders thereby enhancing the overall quality of healthcare in the province.
The new agreement reduces paperwork and simplifies processes for...
PEI leads nation by recognizing family medicine as standalone specialty
2024-08-13
Prince Edward Island has become the first province in Canada to recognize family medicine as a standalone specialty, a significant milestone achieved through the recently signed five-year physician services agreement.
Under this agreement, PEI family doctors will now rank among the top three...
PEI expands nursing roles to improve healthcare access
2024-08-13
The Government of Prince Edward Island is introducing regulatory amendments to enhance healthcare across the province.
The changes include adding a new nursing profession, registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs), and allowing registered nurses (RNs) and RPNs who possess advanced education to apply...
New five-year deal with physicians will lead to better access to care for Islanders and give PEI a competitive edge in recruitment and retention
2024-08-08
This week, Prince Edward Island doctors signed a historic five-year Physician Services Agreement with the Government of Prince Edward Island and Health PEI.
The new agreement represents a $188.3 million investment in physician services over the five years and a strong emphasis on primary care....
Internationally educated nurses eligible for bursary
2024-08-06
A new bursary for internationally educated nurses to cover fees associated with coming to work in Prince Edward Island is aimed at helping to eliminate financial barriers and draw more nurses to the province.
The Internationally Educated Nurses Bursary Program will provide up to $10,000 for...
32 new physicians hired in first half of 2024: Mid-year update on physician hiring
2024-07-24
PEI gains momentum in the first half of 2024 with 32 new physician hires, bringing valuable expertise and enhancing medical care for Islanders.
Between January 1 and June 30, 2024, PEI signed agreements with 32 new physicians; 15 of those physicians have already started practicing; 13 others will...